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NewsOctober 16, 2014

Calif. May Soften Zero-Emission Vehicle Regulation

The California Air Resources Board is considering easing the requirements on five automakers for the amount of zero-emission cars they must sell in the state for the 2018-2025 model years.

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NewsOctober 3, 2014

VW Introduces Plug-In Hybrid Passat GTE

The Passat GTE is powered by a 1.4L four-cylinder TSI engine that delivers 154 hp and an electric motor that delivers 114 hp. Combined they produce 215 hp and 295 lb.-ft. of torque.

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NewsSeptember 12, 2014

Calif. Hits Record Sales for EVs

More than 100,000 zero-emission vehicles now travel the roads of California, according to a survey from the Plug-In Electric Vehicle Collaborative.

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NewsAugust 1, 2014

Pennsylvania Extends Alt Fuel Vehicle Rebates

Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection has extended its Alternative Fuel Vehicle Rebate program, which will continue to provide $2,000 rebates for 500 additional large-battery system plug-in hybrid electric and battery-electric vehicles, or until Dec. 31.

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NewsJuly 29, 2014

Plug-In Manufacturers, Utilities Working Together on 'Smart Grid'

Eight global automakers and 15 electric utilities are working with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to develop and put into effect a standardized "smart grid" that will help manage demand as plug-in vehicles gain in popularity.

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Articlesby Paul ClintonJune 17, 2014

Fleets Test VIA Motors' Plug-in Hybrids

A major utility company and a telecommunications provider are testing the plug-in hybrid trucks and vans, of which the vehicle modifier is expanding production to meet the growing demand from fleets.

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NewsJune 12, 2014

Ford Lowers Fuel Ratings for Six Vehicles

Ford Motor Co. lowered the fuel economy ratings for six 2013 and 2014 model-year vehicles, including the Fiesta subcompact car that has been widely added to fleets.

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NewsJune 12, 2014

Altec President Addresses Vehicle Electrification at EEI Convention

The panel at the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Convention discussed the current and future state of plug-in vehicles for utility worktrucks and passenger vehicles.

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NewsJune 11, 2014

Odyne Showcased Plug-in Hybrid Truck at 2014 EUFMC

The company spotlighted two of the first trucks being delivered as part of a $45.4 million U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) funded project that includes an award for more than 120 Odyne hybrid trucks.

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NewsJune 5, 2014

Philadelphia Fleet Takes Delivery of Hybrid Bucket Trucks

Philadelphia-based PECO recently added 22 new Terex XT55 hybrid bucket trucks, expanding the company's fleet of green vehicles to 788.

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